Punta Hermosa in May
May is one of the best months for surfing at Punta Hermosa.
Plan your trip to Punta HermosaEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 21°C by day, 17°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 0 rainy days
Punta HermosaLima, PeruIntermediate and up · 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ LIM 46 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
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LobitosPeru · 1004 km away · water 22°C1.9 m waves2
ChicamaPeru · 589 km away · water 20°C1.3 m waves3
MontañitaEcuador · 1246 km away · water 26°C1.4 m waves4
MáncoraPeru · 1026 km away · water 23°C2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Schools and camps near Punta Hermosa
- Chino Surf House 0.4 km
- Punta Hermosa Surf Hostel 1.2 km
- El Quilla Surf Hostel 1.2 km
- Luisfer Surf Camp 1.5 km
- Surfari - Punta Rocas 3.2 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Punta Hermosa?
May is one of the best months for surfing at Punta Hermosa. Waves 2 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 21°C.
How warm is the water at Punta Hermosa in May?
About 20°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Punta Hermosa in May?
About 2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Punta Hermosa in May?
Around 21°C by day and 17°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 0 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Lobitos (1.9 m waves), Chicama (1.3 m waves) & Montañita (1.4 m waves).